Performers Archives - Glengarry Celtic Music Hall of Fame https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/tag/performers/ Williamstown, Ontario Fri, 23 May 2025 19:39:59 +0000 en-CA hourly 1 https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/logo-transparent-250x250.png Performers Archives - Glengarry Celtic Music Hall of Fame https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/tag/performers/ 32 32 Neil Emberg https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/inductee/neil-emberg/ Fri, 16 May 2025 13:52:39 +0000 https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/?p=5608 Neil Emberg has spent over 30 years sharing Glengarry’s Celtic heritage through music, blending tradition with original songwriting as front man of Hadrian’s Wall. A performer, mentor, and community volunteer, his contributions have helped carry Glengarry’s musical legacy across North America and beyond.

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]]> Fridge Full of Empties https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/inductee/fridge-full-of-empties/ Fri, 16 May 2025 13:18:11 +0000 https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/?p=5599 Formed at the Alexandria Curling Club in 2004, The Fridge Full of Empties has become a beloved fixture in Glengarry’s Celtic music scene. For over 20 years, they’ve brought traditional tunes to life with heart, humour, and harmony on hometown stages and throughout the region.

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]]> John Malcolm (Johnny Mack) MacCrimmon https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/inductee/john-malcolm-johnny-mack-maccrimmon/ Thu, 15 May 2025 13:38:09 +0000 https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/?p=5605 Johnny Mack MacCrimmon (1917–1977) brought joy to Glengarry through decades of fiddle music, from granary dances to house parties. Known for his signature tune “Davie Taylor,” he and his wife Anna Mary shared a deep love of music that left a lasting mark on the community.

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]]> Brian and Elizabeth Caddell https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/inductee/brian-and-elizabeth-caddell/ Sat, 18 May 2024 22:12:22 +0000 https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/?p=4811 In 1993, Brian and Elizabeth Caddell came together from different Celtic backgrounds and since that time they have worked to perform and promote Celtic music. Elizabeth (nee MacDonald) is a local girl who grew up in Glengarry. She took piano lessons at a young age and with some encouragement and exposure from Don and Ann […]

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]]> The MacCulloch Dancers https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/inductee/the-macculloch-dancers/ Sat, 18 May 2024 21:32:15 +0000 https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/?p=4793 The post The MacCulloch Dancers appeared first on Glengarry Celtic Music Hall of Fame.

]]> David McCormick https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/inductee/david-mccormick/ Sat, 18 May 2024 20:57:17 +0000 https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/?p=4786 Born in Cornwall, Dave McCormick taught himself to play many instruments, starting with the drums in a rock and roll band. Later he played with Sylvester MacDonald and The Clansmen for several years. After mastering bass guitar he joined the Black River Bluegrass group. Later he formed the Seanachies with Jim McRae on guitar and […]

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]]> Alexander Norman (Red Alex) Stewart https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/inductee/alexander-norman-red-alex-stewart/ Fri, 08 Sep 2023 20:19:06 +0000 /?p=3560 Red Alex Stewart was a well-known and respected piper and violinist for many years in Glengarry. He was known as “Red Alex” to distinguish him from his neighbour and cousin “Black Alex.”  He spent his entire life in the Stewart’s Glen and Skye area of Northern Glengarry.

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]]> Larry Lafave https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/inductee/larry-lafave/ Fri, 08 Sep 2023 19:34:02 +0000 /?p=3545 Larry Lafave was a lifelong resident of Martintown. He was born on May 31, 1943, the son of Mabel Flaro and Joseph B Lafave. He was a well liked and respected member of the community. An avid musician, Larry played guitar in a few local establishments and in several hotels in West Quebec.

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]]> Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Highland Dancing Association https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/inductee/stormont-dundas-and-glengarry-highland-dancing-association/ Fri, 08 Sep 2023 18:23:16 +0000 /?p=3562 On June 23rd, 1964 the Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Highland Dancing Association was born with 30 families and 35 dancers. Currently there are over 80 members that celebrated their 50th anniversary a few years ago. This Association remains a non-profit that carries on the Scottish heritage of their ancestors.

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]]> Duncan “Dougie” J. MacDonald https://glengarrycelticmusic.com/inductee/duncan-dougie-j-macdonald/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 01:11:21 +0000 /?p=3538 Duncan played for 50 years with various groups including The Skye Orchestra, The MacCrimmon Orchestra, and the MacDonald Brothers. He played with Bob Urquhart, Joyce (Allen) Urquhart, Bev MacQueen, James Nixon, Duncan J and Rod MacPhee and of course, his brothers (The Dougie Boys).

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